The CHP says a 21 year old North San Juan man did not have to die in a traffic accident over the weekend. CHP Officer Justin Barnthouse says the accident was reported on Highway 49 near Hessche Avenue, Saturday morning. Officer Barnthouse says a passing driver saw 21 year old Cody Edwards crawling up the side of the road. Emergency services were quickly called to help the driver. Officer Barnthouse says Edwards was driving a 1990 Suzuki when he ran off the road.Click here to listen to Officer Justin Barnthouse

Edwards was not wearing his seat belt at the time of the accident. He was pronounced dead when he arrived at the hospital. The accident remains under investigation.